Europe & Liberty Seminar in Kopaonik

Why join a "Europe & Liberty" Seminar?

The world is changing rapidly. Political, economic, and technological developments are reshaping our societies, raising important questions about freedom, democracy, prosperity, and the future of Europe. Understanding these changes requires more than following the news—it requires engaging with the ideas and institutions that have shaped free and prosperous societies.

This summers Europe & liberty Seminar in Kopaonik, organized by IES Europe in collaboration with European Students for Liberty, brings together ambitious students and young professionals from across the globe for several days of learning, discussion, and intellectual exchange. The seminar is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the principles of individual liberty, the rule of law, free markets, and limited government while fostering lasting connections with like-minded peers.

How it works

The Europe & Liberty Seminar combines academic excellence with an interactive learning environment. Participants can learn from distinguished scholars, researchers, and policy experts representing a wide range of disciplines, including economics, law, political science, philosophy, history, and public policy.

The seminar follows a discussion-oriented format inspired by the Socratic tradition. Lectures are concise and designed to introduce key concepts, leaving plenty of time for questions, debate, and exchange of ideas. Learning continues outside the classroom through shared meals, networking events, and informal conversations, making the seminar a truly immersive experience.

To encourage meaningful interaction, participation is limited to a select group of highly motivated students and young professionals from across the world.

Who pays what

The seminar is free of charge. Accommodation, meals, and all academic activities are fully covered by the organizers.

Participants are only expected to arrange and cover their own transportation to and from Kopaonik, Serbia.

Where is the seminar taking place?

The seminar will take place in Kopaonik, Serbia, one of the Balkans' most beautiful mountain destinations. Participants will be staying at the Kraljevi Čardaci Hotel ( Google Maps Link). Surrounded by breathtaking nature, Kopaonik provides an ideal setting for focused learning, engaging discussions, and building friendships with participants from across Europe.

What is the working language?

The working language of the seminar is English. All lectures, discussions, and seminar materials will be conducted in English.

How to apply

Applying is simple. Complete the application form by clicking on the "Apply here" tab and submitting the required information.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and successful applicants will be notified as soon as possible. Once accepted, participants will receive further details about the program and practical arrangements.

More questions

If you have any questions about the seminar or the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us at:

contact@ies-europe.org

Jan Mošovský

European Programs Manager

Students for Liberty

Jovana Dikovic

Head of Sustainable Development

Center for Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

Tom G. Palmer

Vice President and Author

Atlas Network and Cato Institute

Pierre Garello

Professor of Economics

Universite Aix-Marseille

President of IES-Europe and Editor-in-Chief of both the Journal des Économistes et des Études Humaines and Journal des Libertés, Pierre Garello is Professor of Economics at the Faculté d’Economie et Gestion of Aix Marseille University in France. He has published various articles on Austrian economics, law and economics (especially competition law and contract law). He is the editor-in-chief of the Journal des Économistes et des Études Humaines, a scholarly review dealing with economic, legal, philosophical and political issues, in the tradition of the French Classical Liberal School.

Christian Năsulea

Professor of Economics

University of Bucharest

Christian Năsulea teaches Economics at the Department of International Relations and Universal History at the Faculty of History of the University of Bucharest. He is the Executive Director of the Institute for Economic Studies - Europe and a fellow of the Institute for Research in Economic and Fiscal Issues. His areas of research interest include public policy and stimuli for economic development, political and commercial negotiation in international relations, behavioural economics and decision processes.

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